Who is our top ranked provider in Dumas TX? [Updated]

Dumas, Texas Broadband Internet Service

Dumas, TX has a total of 6 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 6 internet service options in Dumas. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Dumas is Sparklight. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Sparklight	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	99.1%
2	Windstream	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	95.8%
3	Plains Internet	wireless	100 Mbps	100 Mbps	100.0%
4	AW Broadband	wireless	100 Mbps	20 Mbps	100.0%
5	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Dumas TX Internet Access Options

More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Dumas which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Dumas of 4.22 Mbps are faster than the Moore County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Texas.

Dumas Internet Access Facts

DSL internet is available to 92.8% of the Moore County population
The average internet download speed in Dumas is 22.03 Mbps based upon 15592 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.1% of the Dumas population
Fiber optic internet is available to 31.9% of Dumas residents
There are 6 residential internet providers in Dumas, TX providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Dumas is 31.3% faster than the Moore County average and 32% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Dumas residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Sparklight as the top provider for Dumas, Texas.

How do the internet speeds in Dumas compare to other cities in Texas?

Click through to see how the Dumas broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Briar, La Porte, Laughlin Afb, Oyster Creek, Pecan Plantation, Westlake, Winnie

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Dumas, Texas?

The following zip codes were used: 79029

Who has the fastest internet service in Dumas?

Sparklight and Windstream with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Dumas.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Dumas - Windstream.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

Dumas Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.